💙 Hospice Admissions Nurse – Make Every First Impression Count!
Join our team as a Hospice Admissions Nurse and be the compassionate first connection for patients and families beginning their hospice journey. In this rewarding role, you'll complete admissions, provide education and support, coordinate with the interdisciplinary care team, and help ensure a smooth transition into hospice services. If you're a caring RN with excellent clinical and communication skills, you'll find purpose, flexibility, competitive pay, and the opportunity to make a meaningful difference every day.
National leaders in care, Gilchrist and Inova have come together to form a new hospice organization offering services throughout Northern VA. Our team is full of kind, dedicated people who believe in making every moment matter – for those we have the privilege to serve. When you join us, you’ll receive competitive pay, awesome benefits, mileage reimbursement, lots of learning opportunities, and a workplace where collaboration and respect are part of the job description. If you’re looking for a career that fills your heart and fuels your purpose, come join the Gilchrist Inova family! Together, we make everyday count.
The Hospice Admissions Nurse assesses patients in their place of residence or in hospitals and prepares the patient for entry into the spectrum of services provided by Gilchrist Inova. The Hospice Admissions Nurse serves also as ambassador for Gilchrist Inova within the service area.
Education
Diploma, ADN and/or BSN from an accredited institution
Experience
Three years of nursing. Home Health or Hospice experience preferred but not required.
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
- Knowledgeable of universal precautions for infection control and practices safe nursing standards for self-protection
- Strong time management skills and the ability to function with a changing daily schedule.
- Excellent interpersonal and communication skills
- Ability to be patient and family focused and provide patient/caregiver education
- Skill in the use of EMR (Electronic Medical Record)
Licensures, Certifications
- Current Virginia state license as a Registered Nurse
- Licensed driver with automobile that is insured in accordance with organization requirements and is in good working order.
Principal Duties and Responsibilities
- Completes initial assessment of patient and family/caregivers to ascertain Hospice eligibility and needs - including physical, emotional, spiritual and mental status.
- Prepares and implements the initial care plan for patient/family unit with Medical Director approval.
- Provides direct nursing care to patients in order to maintain highest level of care.
- Inform Manager of utilization of other team members, outside agencies, and community resources upon initial assessment findings.
- Document clinical findings to assure initial hospice eligibility and participate in discharge planning when necessary working with relevant patient care, social services, and other departments.
- Teaches family members or hired caregivers, patient care skills, including: pain control, medication (RN titrates medication within prescribed range), injections, draws blood for labs, manages IV's, dressing changes, hygiene, nutrition, checking vital signs in accordance with orders from physician
- Ensures that arrangements for equipment necessary in the home setting are made available.
- Attends to patient and family at time of patient’s death if it occurs at the time of visit.
- Participates in Admissions department projects and process improvement strategies.
- Establishes and maintains effective working relationships with all possible Hospice referral sources in the service area. Meet with healthcare administrators representing Gilchrist Inova within the community.
- Obtain necessary consents in accordance with applicable regulations & reimbursement policies.
Physical Requirements
- Ability to stand and walk almost constantly up to ninety 90% of work time and lifting and positioning patients up to fifty 50% of work time.
- Ability to perform visits anywhere within the Gilchrist Inova service area.
- Ability to concentrate and pay close attention to detail and often in stressful situations.
Working Conditions
- Normal office environment with driving as large part of the day in the field, which includes visits to hospitals, skilled nursing & assisted living facilities, and patient’s homes, some in unsafe areas (escort provided).
- Exposed to adverse working conditions due to performance of patient care activities and exposure to communicable diseases
Conditions of Employment
- Reliable transportation and auto insurance.
- Valid Driver’s License
- Maintain current licensure and certification
All roles must demonstrate Gilchrist Inova Values
Gilchrist Inova Values
Value Description
Respect
I will treat everyone with courtesy. I will foster a healing environment.
- Treats others with fairness, kindness, and respect for personal dignity and privacy
- Listens and responds appropriately to others’ needs, feelings, and capabilities
Excellence
I will strive for superior performance in every aspect of my work. I will recognize and celebrate the accomplishments of others.
- Meets and/or exceeds customer expectations
- Actively pursues learning and self-development
- Pays attention to detail; follows through
Accountability
I will be professional in the way I act, look and speak. I will take ownership to solve problems.
- Sets a positive, professional example for others
- Takes ownership of problems and does what is needed to solve them
- Appropriately plans and utilizes required resources for various job duties
- Reports to work regularly and on time
Teamwork
I will be engaged and collaborative. I will keep people informed.
- Works cooperatively and collaboratively with others for the success of the team
- Addresses and resolves conflict in a positive way
- Seeks out the ideas of others to reach the best solutions
- Acknowledges and celebrates the contribution of others
Ethical Behavior
I will always act with honesty and integrity. I will protect the patient.
- Demonstrates honesty, integrity and good judgment
- Respects the cultural, psychosocial, and spiritual needs of patients/families/coworkers
Results
I will set goals and measure outcomes that support organizational goals. I will give and accept help to achieve goals.
- Embraces change and improvement in the work environment
- Continuously seeks to improve the quality of products/services
- Displays flexibility in dealing with new situations or obstacles
- Achieves results on time by focusing on priorities and manages time efficiently
Pay Range
Final salary offer will be based on the candidate's qualifications, education, experience and alignment with our organizational needs.
Equal Employment Opportunity
Gilchrist Inova and its affiliates are Equal Opportunity employers. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, age, national origin, mental or physical disability, genetic information, veteran status, or any other status protected by federal, state, or local law.
